A popular actor was spotted at a Glasgow charity before filming a BBC show.

Tony Curran, who played the lead in Mayflies, along with Martin Compston, visited Maggie's.

The charity, located on Great Western Road, supports people living with cancer and their families.

As part of the preparation for the role, the Glasgow star went to gain a better understanding of what it's like to receive a terminal cancer diagnosis.

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In a Facebook post, the organisation said: "You might have seen the BBC dramatisation of Andrew O'Hagan's novel Mayflies during the holidays.

"Before filming, actor Tony Curran visited our Glasgow centre so he could gain a better understanding of what it's like to receive a terminal cancer diagnosis.

"We are incredibly grateful that he took the time to meet with our expert staff and visitors. You're welcome back anytime, Tony."